Mexican blue palm for Saudi landscapes; low-medium water use, best in full sun. Typical mature height 10-15 m.
Mexican blue palm (Brahea armata)
Description
Mexican blue palm (Brahea armata) is a structured element used for rhythm, identity, and vertical emphasis in Saudi projects.
– Sun: Full sun
– Water use: Low-Medium (maintain consistent moisture during establishment)
– Soil: Well-drained sandy or amended soils; avoid chronic waterlogging.
– Tolerance: Heat resilient; salinity tolerance rated Medium-High (species dependent)
– Typical mature size: 10-15 m tall (spread 5-7 m)
– Uses: Avenues, courtyards, entries, planters, or feature groupings depending on scale.
– Design note: Blue fronds and high drought tolerance once established; excellent for arid displays.
Establishment: Protect growing points from mechanical damage, ensure stable staking for tall specimens, and avoid overspray/ponding at the trunk base.
Additional information
| Water use class | Low-Medium |
|---|---|
| Salinity tolerance | Medium-High |
| Sun exposure | Full sun |
| Growth form | Palm |
| Mature height (m) | 10-15 |
| Mature spread (m) | 5-7 |
| Habit | Evergreen |
| Origin | Exotic/Adapted |
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